Catherine Reitman, the special guest, discusses relationship challenges and the dynamics of humor in a relationship. They also talk about a proposal, a movie, and the awkwardness of receiving a trampoline as a gift from a creepy old guy.
Consider regifting the trampoline to friends with kids who can enjoy it.
Explore donating the trampoline to local boys and girls clubs as a potential option.
Deep dives
Veronica inherits a trampoline from an older man and is unsure what to do with it
Veronica, a theater enthusiast, receives a gift of a full-sized trampoline from an older man she knows from community theater. The trampoline was presented as a gift for her mother but was actually intended for her. Veronica is now faced with the dilemma of what to do with the trampoline. She considers regifting it, donating it to a community organization, or contacting the older man to return it. The podcast hosts suggest gifting it to friends with kids or donating it to a local boys and girls club as potential solutions. They also humorously entertain the idea of reaching out to the older man directly to discuss the trampoline origin story but acknowledge the potential complications that may arise.
Choosing between regifting, donating, or returning the trampoline
Veronica weighs her options for the trampoline she received as a gift. She contemplates regifting it to friends with kids or donating it to a community organization. The hosts support the idea of regifting it to friends with children who can enjoy it. They also suggest contacting local boys and girls clubs as potential recipients for the trampoline. Additionally, they humorously consider the possibility of returning the trampoline to the older man, but point out the difficulties involved in reaching out to him directly.
Exploring the origins of the trampoline gift
Veronica shares the story of how she acquired the trampoline. It was gifted to her by an older man she knew from community theater. Although he presented it as a gift for her mother, it was actually intended for Veronica. The hosts discuss the circumstances surrounding the trampoline gift, mentioning the theater connection and the man's interest in Veronica's career. They find the situation peculiar, but acknowledge that not all gifts come from a sinister place.
Navigating the decision-making process for the trampoline
Veronica seeks guidance on what to do with the trampoline. She is torn between options such as regifting it, donating it, or even contacting the older man who gave it to her. The hosts suggest practical solutions like regifting it to friends with kids or donating it to charity. They also briefly entertain the idea of reaching out to the older man for clarification but emphasize the potential challenges involved in doing so. Ultimately, Veronica must decide which course of action aligns best with her own values and preferences.
Jake, Gareth, and special guest Catherine Reitman talk to a caller about too many bits early in a relationship. Later, Jake and Gareth talk to someone who was gifted a trampoline.
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